“Shaggyraj” The Voice of Tamil Pop Rising from the State of Johor

The Voice of Tamil Pop Rising from the State of Johor.

For those hearing his name for the first time, Shaggyraj, also known as Shaggy, is a Tamil Rapper, not the kind of artist who hides behind beats or flashy production. He is a storyteller with a mic in his hand and fire in his chest. Music is not a side hustle or a way to look cool for him. It is survival. It is oxygen. Every song is a diary entry with emotions. As an artist, he is sharp and raw. As a person he is a straight up guy who values loyalty hard work and dreams that sound ridiculous until he makes them real.

The Beginning Where It All Started

Music was everywhere when Shaggyraj was growing up. Tamil tracks, Malay tunes and hip hop cyphers with friends shaped his early days. But it wasn’t until he realized that music could connect people beyond language that he decided to step forward. Picking up a pen and mic felt like a calling. Once he started, he never looked back.

The Mix of Legends That Shaped Him

Ask him who influenced him and you’ll hear a wild playlist. On one side there is the genius of A R Rahman and the energy of Yuvan Shankar Raja. On the other the trailblazing work of Yogi B and Natchatra. Plus you’ve got international giants like Tupac, Eminem and Drake. The inspiration he took from all of them is deep. Music isn’t just for entertainment. It is power. It is a voice. It is truth delivered with rhythm.

So What Does He Sound Like

If you are new to Shaggyraj Music, you could imagine Tamil rap colliding with hip hop and raw emotion. It is a rhythm wrapped around real-life stories. You don’t just nod your head to the beat. You feel the weight of what he is saying. His style is street smart yet soulful. It hits you in the gut but leaves you humming.

The Track That Made People Listen

Every artist has that one song that shifts things. For Shaggyraj it was MUDHAL KADHAL. Listeners reached out to him, saying the lyrics felt like their own story. That is the magic he chases. Not charts, not number,s but that moment when a stranger says your song sounds like my life.You actually started to win!

The Struggle Behind the Grind

Let’s be honest the music industry is not an easy playground. For every rising name there are hundreds trying to get noticed. Shaggyraj has faced it all, We spoke about financial pressure, doubters who dismissed him, and balancing personal life while building music from scratch. Yet he kept grinding. He stayed consistent. He invested in himself even when it hurt. That stubborn faith is what carried him forward.

The Culture That Raised Him

Shaggyraj grew up in a multicultural space. Tamil roots, Malaysian vibes, and now the Singapore hustle all show up in his music. His lyrics reflect the grind of working class youth, the messiness of love and the stubborn hope of chasing something bigger. He switches tones and rhythms with ease but never loses his Tamil identity. That mix is what makes him stand out.

The Future in Five Years

When asked where he sees himself in five years, he doesn’t hesitate. On big stages with the lights hitting hard. Collaborating with both Tamil and international artists. Pushing Tamil rap into global conversations. But more than that, he wants to be a spark for the next generation. He wants kids from neighborhoods like his to know their stories matter too.

if you haven’t hear his tracks before. Here’s his Latest Release, You will Definitely LOVE IT!